Limelight

BBC Radio 4
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Aug 19, 2022 • 28min

Exemplar: Series 1: Episode 4

The podcast discusses analyzing a recording and planning a visit to better understand the acoustics. Alder contacts Gartenhouse to inquire about their mother's whereabouts. Detective Inspector Nish Gopal and the team investigate the potential crime scene at the Paradise club. The podcast explores the powerful sound system of a nightclub. The characters discuss the crime scene, speculate on the culprit, and express concerns about a place called Veritas.
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Aug 19, 2022 • 28min

Exemplar: Series 1: Episode 3

A modern day thriller set in the North East of England starring Gina McKee as a lone wolf audio forensic analyst and Juliet Stevenson as a populist leader. Jess and Maya reluctantly agree to assist a controversial public figure to verify a piece of incriminating audio.Exemplar: an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil case.Exemplar is based on an idea by leading sound designers Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Jess ..... Gina McKee Maya ..... Shvorne Marks Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar Judith ..... Barbara Marten Rose ..... Juliet Stevenson Lawrence ..... Asif Khan Writers: Ben and Max Ringham, with Dan Rebellato Showrunner: Dan Rebellato Audio forensic consultant: James Zjalić Sound recordist: Alisdair McGregor Studio assistant: Oyin Fowowe Production coordinator: Darren Spruce Sound design: Lucinda Mason Brown and David Chilton Original music/Sound consultants: Ben and Max Ringham Directors: Polly Thomas and Jade Lewis Executive producer: Joby WaldmanA Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 4.
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Aug 19, 2022 • 28min

Exemplar: Series 1: Episode 2

A lone wolf scientist with a troubled past embarks on a hunt to find an old friend based on a mysterious voice note. Diverse perspectives in criminal justice and potential cancer concerns are also discussed. A cryptic message suggests danger and pursuit, while the speaker leaves a message about a golden house party and meeting someone named Maya.
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Aug 19, 2022 • 28min

Exemplar: Series 1: Episode 1

A modern day thriller set in the North East of England. Starring Gina McKee as Jess, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past whose passion for sound makes her the UK’s leading audio forensic examiner. Together with her new trainee, Maya, she undertakes a different sound challenge in every episode.In Episode 1 Jess attends the scene of a young woman’s apparently accidental death to create an audio exemplar to match a recording from a voice activated speaker. Mysterious voice messages about the past from her mother Judith add to the tension.Exemplar is rooted in factual research and based on an idea from Ben and Max Ringham, and written by Ben Ringham, Max Ringham and Dan Rebellato.Exemplar: an audio recording made by a forensic analyst to recreate the precise audio conditions of a piece of evidence in a criminal or civil caseJess ..... Gina McKee Maya ..... Shvorne Marks Aoife ..... Fenella Woolgar Judith ..... Barbara Marten Nathalie ..... Chetna Pandya Dylan ..... Don GiletWriters: Ben and Max Ringham, with Dan Rebellato Showrunner: Dan Rebellato Audio forensic consultant: James Zjalić Sound recordist: Alisdair McGregor Studio assistant: Oyin Fowowe Production coordinator: Darren Spruce Sound design: Lucinda Mason Brown and David Chilton Original music/Sound consultants: Ben and Max Ringham Directors: Polly Thomas and Jade Lewis Executive producer: Joby Waldman A Reduced Listening production for BBC Radio 4.
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Aug 15, 2022 • 2min

Exemplar: Series 1: Trailer

Gina McKee, a lone wolf scientist with a troubled past and leading audio forensic examiner, talks about visualizing sound as a single line and its qualities in this episode of the podcast.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 28min

English Rose: Series 1: 5. Daddy Issues

A nanny navigates her new life while dealing with unwelcome male attention. Revenge is her speciality. She discovers she's not like other girls and that the baby she cares for is no ordinary baby. A world of shadows and surprises unfolds, along with a mix of horror and comedy. The podcast also includes discussions on being an undead creature, vampire powers, potential threats, and strategic planning in Central Park.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 29min

English Rose: Series 1: 4. Life Support

In this podcast, Rose tries to protect a mysterious baby named Gulliver in a dangerous world. There are tense confrontations, discussions about investments and art, and a conversation about the impact of reality TV on society.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 28min

English Rose: Series 1: 3. Tending the Wounds

A nanny named Rose works for a peculiar family in Manhattan. As the body count rises, Rose must navigate danger and find an expensive outfit. In a stylish and surprising twist, this fantasy horror story with a comic twist delivers. The podcast features the voices of Alexandra Mardell, Demetri Goritsas, and more. Chapters explore serial killers, business expenses, trauma work, and chaotic rainy walks.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 28min

English Rose: Series 1: 2. Hunted

A nanny in New York seeks revenge while navigating a world of shadows. The podcast covers unsettling experiences, Woodstock Rock Festival, unwanted advances, concerns about a colleague, escaping a tense situation, fear of aging, and a shocking revelation.
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Jul 15, 2022 • 29min

English Rose: Series 1: 1. The Call of the Wild

A young woman named Rose travels to New York to work as a nanny for a secretive family. She attracts attention from men but surprises everyone with her ability to take care of herself. The podcast explores themes of revenge, fantasy horror, and shadows. The chapter descriptions include an introduction to the missing businessman and Rose's encounters with mysterious characters. The conflicting perception of nannies is discussed, along with the irresistible nature of the menstrual cycle and its impact on brain function.

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